Skanska named Europe’s Best Employer 2026 by the Financial Times

The recognition is based on a comprehensive independent survey based on millions of employer evaluations. Employees were asked to assess their employers on criteria including working conditions, development opportunities, compensation and company reputation. The Financial Times and Statista ranking highlights companies that stand out for strong employee engagement and an attractive employer offering across Europe.

“Being named Europe’s Best Employer and ranked number one is something we are truly proud of,” says Anders Danielsson, President and CEO, Skanska. “It reflects the commitment and contribution of our colleagues across Skanska and our shared ambition to build a workplace where people can grow, perform and contribute to something bigger together.”

The recognition reflects Skanska’s commitment to a culture defined by care, collaboration, development and accountability. In a business where people, expertise and teamwork are critical to success, a strong employee value proposition is an important part of the company’s long-term competitiveness.

“Our employees are our greatest strength,” says Therese Tegner, Executive Vice President for Human Resources, Skanska Group. “Receiving this type of recognition once again shows that our investments in leadership, development and an inclusive culture make a difference. It strengthens us both as an employer and as a company. It is also something we have seen in our own data. through our employee surveys."

The Europe’s Best Employers 2026 ranking was compiled by the Financial Times in collaboration with Statista. This year’s edition includes 1,000 companies across Europe based on more than 6 million employer evaluations and can be found here: Europe’s best employers 2026: ranking